Planning Officer

Major Projects Officer Based in London Length: 6 months with possible extensionIR35 status: Inside We are looking for an experienced Major Projects Officer to join the Development Management team of a local authority as the lead officer for the borough''s largest and most complex planning applications.This is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious planning professional to take ownership of a high-profile caseload; from major applications and Planning Performance Agreements (PPAs) through to complex pre-application submissions, screening and scoping opinions. Key Responsibilities:Case managing complex major planning applications from validation through to recommendation, including managing the GLA Stage 1 and Stage 2 processLeading the delivery of commitments under bespoke Planning Performance AgreementsCoordinating complex pre-application submissions, including internal and external project meetingsPreparing professional reports and recommendations for the DM management team and Planning CommitteePreparing appeal statements and acting as the Council''s lead witness at Hearings and Public InquiriesHandling post-decision matters such as discharge of conditions, re-submissions (NMAs, s73s) and complaintsContributing to service improvement and keeping up to date with planning legislation and case lawSkills, experience and knowledge:A degree or Masters in Town and Country Planning (or a related discipline such as geography, construction, architecture or design)5+ years'' ..... full job details .....